Manhole Machine Operator -Night Shift

Position: Manhole Machine Operator I-Night Shift
Build Your Future at NWPX

At NWPX Infrastructure, we manufacture welded steel pipe and precast products that form the backbone of America's water infrastructure. It's work you can be proud of-and an opportunity to advance your career with a company committed to your professional growth and well-being.

Our brands-Northwest Pipe Company, NWPX Park, and NWPX Geneva-set the standard for safety, quality, innovation, and performance. Guided by our core values of Accountability, Commitment, and Teamwork, our people work collaboratively to deliver reliable products and trusted service to our customers-while building stable, rewarding careers along the way.

For over 50 years, NWPX has been a leader in reliable water infrastructure solutions, and our people are the foundation of our success. Build your future with us and be part of a legacy grounded in water.

WHAT NWPX OFFERS YOU:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• On-Demand Pay (Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday)
• Bonus Potential
• Up to $5,000 per year Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Footwear and Eyewear Voucher (Day 1 of Employment)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Values-Driven Culture Committed to Equal Opportunities and Safety

ABOUT THE JOB: The primary responsibilities of this position are to operate the Manhole Machine in our drycast department. Making sure that the machine is being properly maintained and quality products are being produced.

2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM, includes a $2/hour shift differential.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use and read a tape measure accurately
• Proper use of hand tools
• Cut and set cages
• Preform preventive maintenance as required
• Know pipe size and class
• Use and install lifters
• Set cages
• Brush and clean spigots
• Set hats and sizing rings
• Tip out manhole
• Help with changeovers
• Finish spigot and bells
• Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Hand cement finishing
• Crane certified
• Forklift Certified
• Ability to Operate other drycast machines ( cross training available)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED would be preferred

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

• Close Supervision:
  The incumbent is assigned duties according to specified procedures and receives detailed instructions. Work is checked frequently

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Project timelines and work volume / deadlines may often require working outside of standard office hours, weekend, or evening work. Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Physical Activity

Over 2/3 of the time

• Stooping:
  Positions self to 90 degrees (This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the full use of the lower extremities and back muscles).
• Standing/Sit:
  Remaining upright in a stationary position, particularly for sustained periods
• Walking:
  Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another

Up to 2/3 of the time:

• Kneeling/Crouching:
  Position self to move items, pick up tools and cleaning up work area
• Grasping:
  Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm to use hand tools
• Communicating:
  Expressing or exchanging ideas and information accurately, in written or diagram form.

Less than 1/3 of the time:

• Climbing:
  Ascending or descending ladders, Stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. (This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.)
• Balancing:
  Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. (This factor is important if…